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Mazingira Limited is primarily involved in consultancy services in Environmental Impact Assessment and Audits; environmental management; solid waste management; feasibility studies; measurements of environmental parameters; environmental health and safety compliance and due diligence; monitoring and evaluation and project design and construction supervision. Both before and since the start of company operations, our experts have carried out many assignments and rendered many services in the above areas.

Social Impact Assessment (SIA)

In the African region, as is the case globally Social Impact Assessment (SIA) is a mandatory requirement for major development projects. Preparation of SIA reports is often undertaken in accordance with the requirements of local regulatory arrangements to promote sustainable development.

At Mazingira Limited, we are cognizant that an SIA report is much more than just a technical document. It leads to the development of often legally binding commitments based on and enshrined in an Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP). An ESMP is a living document that runs through the life of the project and is routinely monitored as applicable.

At Mazingira Limited, we have extensive experience in the production of SIAs and ESMPs for water and sanitation projects, irrigation projects, transport projects (roads and airports), housing projects, mining projects, oil and gas projects, telecommunication projects and industrial projects just to mention but a few. We offer a comprehensive range of SIA-related services from screening through scoping studies to full impact assessments and mitigation; stakeholder engagement; development and monitoring of ESMPs.

We offer an integrated approach that covers all aspects of social baseline data collection, impact assessment and impact analysis.

OUR SERVICES

Baseline and feasibility studies

Screening and scoping activities

Resettlement and livelihood restoration planning and execution

Social Management Frameworks

Resettlement Policy Frameworks

Indigenous Peoples Policy Frameworks-Vulnerable

Integrated Pest Management Frameworks

Environmental and Social Management Plans

Resettlement Action Plans

Indigenous Peoples Plans

Pest Management Plans

Physical and biological environment baseline studies and reporting

Socio-economic and cultural heritage baseline studies and reporting

Ecological and biodiversity baseline studies and reporting

Critical habitat assessments

Ecosystem services assessments

Stakeholder engagement plans and implementation

Social impact assessments and reporting

Environmental Management and Permitting

Environmental permitting is vital for protecting both human health and the physical environment. Identifying the permits needed for a particular installation or project, achieving them in a timely manner and anticipating and addressing permitting requirements can all affect the bottom line of an organisation. Mazingira Limited has a strong track record of supporting clients in this regard.

Organizations may require clear, practical guidance on environmental management issues from competent specialists. This support is often necessary to help identify business risks and frame these issues in a wider business context. It is also invaluable in explaining the key environmental and management drivers that could affect a business enterprise.

OUR SERVICES

Compliance audits, surveys and inspections

Environmental due diligence

Environmental legal register development and update

Waste management

Air quality measurements

Identifying Best Available Technologies

Environmental Impact Assessment

Environmental landscapes are frequently changed by projects worldwide. Are your projects likely to change the environmental landscape? How would this change occur and what are the socio-economic consequences?

Undertaking an environmental impact assessment (EIA) can aid an organisation or individual in understanding site’s environmental assets, help to anticipate and avoid potential problems, and, ultimately, provide evidence that one is implementing a sustainable development. At Mazingira Limited, we have over 12 years of experience in conducting all components of EIAs. As technical experts, we are equipped with knowledge and skills to provide early advice on whether an EIA is likely to be required, optimize the EIA process, enhance planning outcomes and deliver business advantage throughout the development process life cycle. Our services aid a range of sectors, including water and sanitation, irrigation, transport (roads and airports), housing, mining, oil and gas, telecommunication and industrial sectors among others.

OUR SERVICES

Screening and scoping studies

Ecological assessment, survey, mitigation and habitat enhancement

Environmental consents and planning applications

Environmental Impact Assessment (EIAs)

Construction supervision

Noise and vibration surveys and assessments

Sustainability reporting

Waste management

Site selection and constraints appraisals

Strategic Environmental Assessments

Socio-economic appraisals

Archaeology and cultural heritage assessments

Traffic and transport planning

Contaminated land assessment

Pollution monitoring

Landscape and visual impact assessments

Strategic Environmental Assessment

Mazingira Limited undertakes Strategic Environmental Assessments (SEA) for private and public development projects. As an experienced consultant in the EIA field, Mazingira Limited has also been in the forefront in the conducting SEA studies and preparing SEA reports for submission to the regulator. This is carried out in compliance with Regulation 42 of Environmental (Impact Assessment and Audit) Regulations 2003; National Guidelines for Strategic Environmental Assessments in Kenya and international best practice. The aim of the law is to encourage sustainable development, prevent negative environmental impacts and ensure that environmental matters are taken into account when making strategic decisions in development planning.

Noise Level Measurement

Our experts are registered with National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) and Directorate of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) to undertake all forms of noise level measurements. Therefore if you need noise or vibration impact assessments then look no further. At Mazingira Limited, we have a team of specialists from a variety of backgrounds that provides clients with a broad range of regulatory and industrial services.

Mazingira Limited’s consultants have a track record in providing clients with efficient and innovative ways of solving a host of noise and vibration problems. By choosing Mazingira Limited, you will receive a cost-effective and professional service with measured advice provided in a way relevant to the intended audience.

OUR SERVICES

Noise assessments for planning applications

Environmental noise and vibration monitoring (baseline, investigatory and compliance), short and long term

Industrial noise assessments and noise control (planning and environmental permitting)

Occupational noise monitoring and consultancy

Noise and vibration for construction and demolition works and construction noise management plan production

Community And Stakeholder Engagement

Developing a dialogue with stakeholders is critical for project success. By engaging with the greater community, organizations can better identify the environmental and social issues that matter most for their business.

Successfully engaging stakeholders and the community is crucial for business and for projects. Mazingira Limited can help you to proactively engage with stakeholders and the community and deliver realistic outcomes. Our approach can enhance your reputation, minimize project risks and develop effective working relationships with stakeholders and the community.

Our experienced stakeholder and social management team can work with your organization to:

Create transparent lines of communication with stakeholders

Improve access to decision-making processes

Develop integrated and comprehensive social and stakeholder solutions for complex policy issues

Increase efficiency and effectiveness of community engagement and social assessment

Improve the management of community, social and stakeholder risks

Enhance your capacity to innovate project development and delivery

Streamline policy and program development processes

Provide realistic outcomes that meet project and community needs

Increase community conﬁdence in project delivery

Identify greater opportunities to contribute directly to social policy and program development.

Mazingira Limited’s consultants are experienced in all aspects of stakeholder engagement including:

Stakeholder and community consultation

Social Impact Assessment

Mazingira Limited offers comprehensive, integrated stakeholder engagement services that can cover all stages of a project, from conception through to post-operation phases, including:

Developing stakeholder engagement plans and activities appropriate for the various stakeholder groups

Developing grievance redress mechanisms in line with country and international standards

Developing stakeholder databases that can track and report on communication trails, including for grievances

Analyzing stakeholders in terms of impacts of projects on stakeholders and risks to company reputation

Creating professional communication materials

Mazingira Limited has proven expertise in managing community and other stakeholder expectations, and in facilitating community involvement, even in conflict situations. Our experience includes presenting communication strategies to critical stakeholders such as legislative agencies, financial backers and potential site purchasers, and building bridges with local groups through community engagement.

Our experienced stakeholder and community consultation team lead consultation strategies at both the planning and construction implementation stages of projects. This contributes to timely project approvals and effective management of Conditions of Approval while also protecting client reputation.

Our experienced stakeholder and community consultation team can work with individuals and organizations to:

Establish and maintain feedback and enquiry protocols and systems including phone, mail, email and online

Improve database management solutions and reporting

Create tailored surveys and analyse the results.

We have experience in working with a range of stakeholders including:

Indigenous groups

Regulators

Landowners

Community interest groups

Elected representatives

Media

We also help clients by incorporating stakeholder input into project design, thereby reducing social and environmental impacts, ensuring our clients achieve a social licence to operate.

Environment, Health And Safety

Health and safety is the number one issue for all businesses. But understanding the necessary training, procedures and regulations for maintaining adequate health and safety in any industry can be challenging.

Employees of all companies are entitled to a good and safe working environment. Clients are increasingly directing their business to companies that have occupational, environmental and safety matters in order. Mazingira Limited provides services in the field of occupational health and safety at workplaces.

Mazingira Limited specialists can help you to navigate the complex environment, health and safety (EHS) requirements for your sector. We are experts in on-site investigations, EHS management solutions, policy development and implementation, database management solutions, consultation and staff training.

Further, at Mazingira Limited, we do not apply off-the-shelf solutions; rather we work alongside our Clients to develop practical health and safety measures to meet your company’s ambitions. We align health and safety issues with your other business systems and objectives, and integrate health and safety into your business processes to improve your overall performance. We also ensure compliance with the relevant legislation and focus resources in accordance with the level of risk.

Air Quality

Whether you are a commercial, industrial or government facility, you face the challenge of complying with air quality requirements while reducing operational costs and risks. Understanding the myriad requirements of Air Emission Regulations — addressing acid rain, urban pollution, and toxic air emissions — and their applicability to both small and large industries can be overwhelming.

Kenya has developed air emission regulations; a demonstration and reflection of the expanding role air quality plays in our lives. It can directly influence land portfolio valuations, master plan designs and even the success of planning applications.